Because of a weirdly wide age spread in the generations in my family, the Mormon pioneer experience is only three generations back, even though I’m
Grandpa’s Voice Tells their Pioneer Story
Family Reunions – the perfect place to capture a story
It’s that time of year when there is plenty of planning for family reunions. What thoughts stir in your brain when you hear those two
Oral History – The easiest, most rewarding way to finish a life story
I hear it often after completing an an oral history interview: “Wow, this feels like therapy!” And it does for everyone involved. Talking about your
Mr. Rogers on suicide, anger and the value of quiet
A plaque beside Mr. Fred Rogers’ office chair read: “What is essential is invisible to the eye.” Mr. Rogers and Charlie Rose talk about what is essential
I almost died – and what changed after
While teaching a class in California, a man told me about the time he almost died and what changed after. This was in response to
What’s your fave recipe? Family interview questions that stick.
What’s your favorite family recipe and why? What food takes you home? This is just one example of many family interview questions that stick. Rocky
Children, technology and family stories = magic
I love technology. It makes my job pretty wonderful. Well, I want to love technology, but there are some nuances that stump me on the
Remembering My Dad
This week I am remembering my dad. It would have been his 88th birthday and on his birthday a year ago, his youngest sister passed
Finding the angle to tell your life story
How do you find the angle to tell your life story? It may be easier than you think. Everyone has a story, and not just
Interviewing Part 1: Prepare for the interview
As a newspaper reporter for 20 years, interviewing is second nature to me, but may be intimidating for many. In this series, I share how-to